Final Instructions for this Weekend's Oktoberfest Brewery Run
Event Date: Saturday, September 20
NEW THIS YEAR -- Start Times: 14K - 7:30am, 7K – 7:45am
Packet Pick-Up
Friday, September 19: 10am-6pm @ Element Eatery (5350 Medpace Way, Cincinnati, OH 45227)
Saturday, September 20: beginning at 6:00am @ West Entrance of Yeatman’s Cove, across the street from the Mehring Way Entrance of the East Garage.
Please be advised there will be no bag check available and you will have to pick up your shirt and pint glass (and Brew Hog gift, if applicable) before the race.
Can you pick up a packet for your friend, spouse or beer buddy?
If you're that nice, we'll let you. Just have a copy of their ID handy - most people have it printed out or as a picture on their phone.
Can I switch distances at packet pick up or on race day?
Yes, please visit the registration solution desk at packet pickup or at the packet pick up tents on race morning and be prepared to pay the transfer fee via credit card. If you want your results to be accurate, you must formally switch distances via Race Roster.
PLEASE NOTE: Pint glasses and Brew Hog mugs are hand wash only!
Wristbanding/IDs:
You will need to show your I.D. and get a wristband before you can get your hands on a cold beverage after the race. If you want to avoid the hassle on race day, bring your I.D. with you to packet pick-up and get your wristband then. We’ll also have a booth on race morning located near race morning packet pick up where you can get your wristband before or after the race.
Race Day
The Start Line for both races is located on Mehring Way to the East of the Taylor Southgate Bridge. The Finish Line for both races is located on Mehring Way near the American Queen Paddle Wheel.
Parking
Click here to view parking recommendations.
Please allow yourself ample time to park and complete other pre-race routines prior to the 7:30 am and 7:45 am start times.
Course - Items to remember:
NEW THIS YEAR: The 14K will start promptly at 7:30am followed by the 7K at 7:45am.
At the start, 14K participants will make a righthand turn onto E Pete Rose Way and 7K participants will make a lefthand turn. 14K and 7K participants will run approximately the last mile together on Mehring Way.
After you finish follow the directions to enter Oktoberfest in Yeatman’s Cove for the post-race party.
Click Here to view the Course Map.
If you need medical attention, UC Health will be near the finish line before, during and after the race.
Timing Chip
The timing chip will be affixed to your race bib. Please do not alter or remove it. You can scan the QR code located on your bib after the race to see your finish time.
Post-Race
Join your fellow runners and walkers after the race for this legendary post-race celebration at Oktoberfest Zinzinnati.
Your race entry includes two drink tickets, one redeemable for Sam Adams American Light beer, and the other for beer and seltzer options at the Zinzinnati Festhalle bars, or non-alcoholic beverages.
Your bib will also have a ticket redeemable for a Skyline Cheese Coney!
Be sure to bring your I.D. and a credit card to the post-race party - this is a cashless event. Additional alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Oktoberfest vendors will open at 11am to keep the party going!
Don’t forget to stop by the TQL photo booth for a complimentary photo keepsake!
Visit our booth at the post-race to register for the 2026 TQL Beer Series and receive a FREE Brew Hog training shirt!
Awards
Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in the 14K and 7K determined by gun time at the finish line.
Age group awards will be given to the top finisher in the following categories for men and women: 12-15, 16-20, 21-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
Pig Works App
The Pig Works app, driven by TQL has all your race day information, including parking, participant tracking, results, photo frames and more! It’s available for free in the Google Play or Apple App Store. To download, click the links provided or search "Pig Works."